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QualitySpecialist

• Timing: The start date of this position is not yetfinalizedas it will coincide with the construction progress of our facility. We expect the incumbent will start in either Q3 or Q4 of 2026.

• This position is based out of Richmond, Indiana.The incumbentcan work remotely initially butmust be based in Richmond, Indiana full-timeprior to the facility start-up(a competitiverelocation package is available).

• Work schedule:

• • Monday to Friday, days
  • Occasional overtime, evenings and weekends, will berequired
  • On-call support for evening and weekend coverage will berequired

Company Overview

Liberation Bioindustries is developing a global network of fit-for-purpose precision fermentation manufacturing facilities, starting with our launch facility in Richmond, IN. We build the critical infrastructure needed to produce novel bioproducts at scale and enable the precision fermentation market. Together, with our customers and partners, we use our innovative thinking and passion for manufacturing to make everyday products more affordable and more accessible. We believe that precision fermentation can unlock solutions that have real and lastingimpact on the future of sustainability.

Our first facility in Richmond, IN is currently under construction withanticipatedstart-up in late 2026 or early 2027.

Our Purpose: Unlock the promise of biotech by commercializing the foods, materials, and other bioproducts of the future today.

Our Vision: Become the preferred creation partner for the biology revolution trusted to deliver and constantly advance the manufacturing processes of the industry.

Our Mission: Design, build andoperatea purpose-built precision fermentation platform with global reach so that visionaries can be entirely focused on advancing the potential of biology.

What we offer:

Liberation Bioindustriesis committed to providing exciting career and growth opportunities in an environment that values trust, respect, openness, teamwork, creativity, enthusiasm, and diligence. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels they have an equal opportunity to reach their potential and is accepted and appreciated for who they are and what they bring toLiberation Bioindustries.

We provide competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, and more. Employees are compensated competitively, in alignment with relevant market comparisons, andparticipatein the companys success through annual performance compensation incentives as well as the ESOP (employee share option program). We prioritizemaintaininga positive work environment with a great culture.

Join us as aQualitySpecialist

Reporting to theQuality Manager, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our engineering partners, equipment vendors, process engineeringteamand manufacturing operationsteamtohelpestablishand operate an industry-leading precision fermentation facility.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support and help lead food safety and quality assurance programs, including HACCP, GMP, and internal audits.

• Investigate and managecustomer complaints, non-conformances, and CAPAs.

• Conduct and supportinternal and external audits, including documentation and follow-up.

• Assistwith customer questionnaires and regulatory inquiries.

• Assistwith customer inquiries on standard documentation requests.

• Assistwith food safety certification processes and maintenance.

• Maintain and calibrateanalytical instrumentationused in QA/QC testing.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensureregulatory complianceand continuous improvement.

• AssistinQC testingof raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products when necessary.

• Assistwithmaintainingaccurateand organizedquality documentationand records.

• Support implementation and maintenance ofPCQIor equivalent food safety plans.

• Work closely with the manufacturingoperations tomaintainquality control systems.

• Maintain lab organization and cleanliness.

• Follow good laboratory practices tomaintaingood record keeping practices.

• Assistwith audits (customer and internal) tomaintainquality management systems.

• Assistwith the development andimprovement ofdocumentation, methodsand applybest practices,standardsand proceduresforquality.

• Investigate quality incidents to help reduce out of specification products.

• Championemployeeand product safety andparticipateinkey safetyandfood safetyreviews.

• Build strong relationships andinterfaceeffectively withcolleagues.

• Completeother duties asrequired.

Job Requirements:

• The incumbent must be based in Richmond, Indianaprior to the facility start-up.

• Bachelors Degree in eitherScience or Engineering.

• 5+ years of relevant work experience.

• Previous work experience in food manufacturing or biomanufacturing is required.

• Strong knowledge offood safety regulations(FDA, FSMA, HACCP, GMP) isrequired.

• Extensive experience in a labsetting and quality control isrequired.

• Experience withinstrumentationsuch as HPLC, spectrophotometers, or similar isrequired.

• Familiarity withquality systemsand complaint handling processes isrequired.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• PCQI or HACCP certificationor equivalent is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization.

• Self-driven, collaborative, andresults-oriented.

• Energized at the idea of helping to create and build a positive work culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LiberationBioindustriesis proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed tomaintaininga diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

A friendly note to recruiting firms

We have this role covered at the moment; no additional support is required. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.